POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The School of Engineering at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor in the area of Mechanical Engineering (Solid Mechanics). We are looking for individuals who will establish and lead a world-class, competitive research program in Computational and Experimental Solid Mechanics and AI-based Materials Engineering. The successful candidate will focus on high-performance computing, numerical methods, and applied mathematics for solid mechanics. The anticipated start date for this appointment is September 1, 2025, or another mutually agreed-upon date in the academic year 2025.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field by the start date of employment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Computational Solid Mechanics and use of AI in Materials Engineering.
• Must have P.Eng status or be eligible for P.Eng registration in the province of Ontario.
• Strong publication record in reputable scientific journals relative to the date of completion of a PhD.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority

• Develop and lead a cutting-edge research program in Computational Solid Mechanics and AI-based Material Engineering.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to advance the field of solid mechanics and materials engineering.
• Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals and present findings at international conferences.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
• Contribute to the development and teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses in mechanical engineering.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field by the start date of employment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Computational Solid Mechanics and use of AI in Materials Engineering.
• Must have P.Eng status or be eligible for P.Eng registration in the province of Ontario.
• Strong publication record in reputable scientific journals relative to the date of completion of a PhD.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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